2022 - year 10 subject selection handbook

2022 - YEAR 10

SUBJECT SELECTION

HANDBOOK

Subject Selection Handbook Year 10

Publication Date: 15/07/2021 information correct at time of publication but subject to change Page | 1

Contents

Subject Page

Core Subjects

English 4

Mathematics 5

Science 6

History 7

Core Physical Education 8

Business Studies Subjects

Business Studies 9

Preparatory Economics 10

Creative Industries Subjects

Visual Arts 11

Dance 12

Drama 13

Music 14

English

Film Television and New Media 15

Health and Physical Education Subjects

Preparatory Health 16

Preparatory Physical Education 17

Preparatory Physical Education Volleyball 18

Preparatory Physical Education Basketball 19

Preparatory Physical Education AFL 20

Rugby League Development Program 21

Digital Innovation Subjects

Digital Technologies - Programming 22

Digital Technologies – Robotics/Drones and Extended Reality 23

Lifestyle Industries Subjects

Home Economics 24

Languages

Spanish 25

Japanese 26

Science Subjects

Preparatory Biology 27

Preparatory Marine Science 28

Preparatory Chemistry 29

Preparatory Physics 30

Social Science Subjects

Preparatory Ancient History 31

Preparatory Geography 32

Design and Technology Subjects

Design Concepts 33

Engineering Concepts 34

Industrial Technology (Manufacturing) 35

Details for Certificate Courses offered by Mountain Creek State High School In Vocational Education and Training (VET) are found separately on the

school website and should be read in conjunction with the VET Qualification Handbook and VET Student Handbook.



Student Resource Scheme (SRS)

Includes:

School Diary, hat (on enrolment) and ID Card

Student and subject resources where the core curriculum is extended

through provision of practical learning experiences and materials eg. Art and

craft supplies, cooking materials, Manual Arts materials, Junior HPE.

Textbooks (hard copy, digital or E-Book, Student reference material for hire /

purchase (eg. Books, audio / video, software, site licences, consumables,

photocopying, use of equipment).

+

Subject Fees

Subject fees for additional resources not covered by SRS eg. Materials to

make items and take home, use of specialised equipment, subject specific

activities and consumables.

Also includes items students keep eg. Training T-Shirts for Sporting

Excellence Programs, aprons for Hospitality etc.

+

User Pays

These fees are paid to a third-party provider, and will be charged as the

activity occurs throughout the year.

Charges for excursions and activities, transport and admission costs, Teacher

relief (if applicable) eg. Sport and Enrichment activities, Guest speakers, Arts

Council etc.



Year 10 Subject Summary

Core Subjects Subject Type Subject Fee User Pay Fee

English Core Nil Nil

Mathematics Core Nil Nil

Science Core Nil Nil

History Core Nil Nil

Core Physical Education Core Nil Nil

Business Studies Subjects Subject Type Subject Fee User Pay Fee

Business Studies Elective $65 Nil

Preparatory Economics Elective Nil Nil

Creative Industries Subjects Subject Type Subject Fee User Pay Fee

Visual Arts Elective $40 $30

Drama Elective $10 $30

Dance Elective $25 $35

Music Elective $30 $65

English Subjects Subject Type Subject Fee User Pay Fee

Film, Television and New Media Elective $32 Nil

Health and Physical Education Subjects Subject Type Subject Fee User Pay Fee

Preparatory Health Elective Nil Nil

Preparatory Physical Education Elective $20 Nil

Preparatory Physical Education Volleyball Elective $50 Nil

Preparatory Physical Education Basketball Elective $50 Nil

Preparatory Physical Education AFL Elective $50 Nil

Rugby League Development Program By invitation only $165 Match travel cost TBA

Digital Innovation Subjects Subject Type Subject Fee User Pay Fee

Digital Technologies - Programming Elective $40 Nil

Digital Technologies – Robotics / Drones & Immersive Reality

Elective $40 Nil

Lifestyle Industries Subjects Subject Type Subject Fee User Pay Fee

Home Economics Elective $20 $20

Languages Subject Type Subject Fee User Pay Fee

Spanish Elective Nil $35

Japanese Elective Nil $65

Science Subjects Subject Type Subject Fee User Pay Fee

Preparatory Biology Elective Nil Nil

Preparatory Marine Science Elective Nil Nil

Preparatory Chemistry Elective Nil Nil

Preparatory Physics Elective Nil Nil

Social Science Subjects Subject Type Subject Fee User Pay Fee

Preparatory Ancient History Elective Nil Nil

Preparatory Geography Core Nil $60

Design and Technology Subjects Subject Type Subject Fee User Pay Fee

Design Concepts Elective $22 Nil

Engineering Concepts Elective $66 Nil

Industrial Technology (Manufacturing) Elective $100 Nil



Core Subjects

Subject name English

Subject code ENG

Subject fee Nil

User pays fee Nil

Prerequisites This is a mandatory subject which will be studied by all Year 10 students

Course overview

All Year 10 students are required to complete English as part of the National Curriculum. At Mountain Creek State High School students will be placed in Extension English or English, based on academic results. Extension English and English are designed for students who intend to follow an academic pathway through Years 11 and 12. The course provides a logical progression to Senior English and ultimately university studies. The course aims to extend students in their thinking, in their written and oral expression, in their reading and in their technological skills. When they commence Senior English in Year 11, the transition will be easier and the opportunity to excel, while not guaranteed, will certainly be within their grasp. It introduces students to concepts covered in Senior English, and literature and texts that are more sophisticated than those studied in Junior English. In Semester 2, Year 10 English will begin to transition students to the language and organisation of Senior English.

Course outline • News Media

• Novel Study

• Poetry

• Shakespearean drama

Assessment • Students are assessed at the completion of each unit of work. A variety of test instruments is used, including in-class tests, written assignments and spoken tasks

• Students will know at the beginning of each unit how it will be assessed, its purpose and conditions

• In Semester 1, assessment tasks follow similar structure to year 9, to support a transition from Junior Secondary to Senior Secondary English

• In Semester 2, assessment tasks are designed to mirror the types of tasks that will be encountered in Senior English and follow the new SATE language and conditions

• Genres may include: analytical essay, short story, reflective writing, persuasive speech, and seminar



Subject name Mathematics

Subject code MAT / MAX

Subject fee Nil

User pays fee Nil


Course overview

All Year 10 students are required to complete Mathematics as part of the National Curriculum. At Mountain Creek State High School students will be placed in Extension Mathematics or Core Mathematics, for semester 1, based on academic results in Year 9. Academic results at the end of Year 10 semester 1 will then inform class placements for semester 2. Semester 2 will offer Prep Mathematical Methods, Prep General Mathematics and Prep Essential Mathematics. Mathematics in the Australian Curriculum provides the clear links between the strands of mathematics and emphasises embedding the skills, or “how” of Mathematics (proficiency strands) with the knowledge and understanding (content strands), or “what”, of Mathematics.

Course outline

CONTENT STRANDS are: Number and Algebra, Measurement and Geometry, and Statistics and Probability Number and Algebra are developed together. Sub-strands include:

• Real numbers

• Money and financial mathematics

• Patterns and algebra

• Linear and non-linear relationships

• Performing operations with surds and fractional indices

• Applying the law of logarithms

• Describing and interpreting functions Measurement and Geometry are presented together to emphasise their relationship to each other, enhancing their practical relevance. Sub-strands include:

• Using units of measurement, Shape

• Geometric reasoning

• Location and transformation

• Pythagoras and trigonometry

• Using sine, cosine and area rules for triangles to solve problems Statistics and Probability initially develop in parallel and the curriculum then progressively builds the links between them. Sub-strands include:

• Determining probabilities of chance events

• Measuring the spread of data in terms of quartiles and inter quartile range

• Constructing and interpreting box plots, dot plots, histograms and scatter plots

• Investigating how data are collected and used in a real world context

• Calculating the mean and standard deviation PROFICIENCY STRANDS are:

• Describing and applying mathematical concepts

• Choosing appropriate strategies and procedures to generate solutions

• Formulating, modelling, investigating and communicating

• Analysing, interpreting, and evaluating

• Making inferences, justifying and drawing conclusions

Assessment Students will be assessed using traditional tests and investigative assignments/projects.



Subject name Science

Subject code SCI

Subject fee Nil

User pays fee Nil

Prerequisites This is a one year general Science course studied by Year 10 students who have not met the prerequisites to enrol in Preparatory Science subjects. If you choose this subject you may not study another science course at the same time. Students may however choose to change subjects mid year to another science, provided their achievement level in Science is (B+) or greater.

Course overview

All Year 10 students are required to complete Science as part of the National Curriculum. Science is a year long subject and cannot be chosen in conjunction with Preparatory Science subjects. Science provides opportunities for students to develop an understanding of important science concepts and processes, the practices used to develop scientific knowledge, of science's contribution to our culture and society, and its applications in our lives. The curriculum supports students to develop the scientific knowledge, understandings and skills to make informed decisions about local, national and global issues and to participate, if they so wish, in science-related careers.

Course outline

Science has three interrelated strands: Science Understanding, Science as a Human Endeavour and Science Inquiry Skills. Together, the three stands of the science curriculum provide students with understanding, knowledge and skills through which they can develop a scientific view of the world. Students are challenged to explore science, its concepts, nature and uses through clearly described inquiry processes. The four areas that are studied throughout Year 10 include:

• Biological Sciences - the biological sciences sub-strand is concerned with understanding living things.

• Chemical Sciences - the chemical sciences sub-strand is concerned with understanding the composition and behaviour of substances.

• Physical Sciences - the physical sciences sub-strand is concerned with understanding the nature of forces and motion, and matter and energy.

• Earth and Space Sciences - the earth and space sciences sub-strand is concerned with Earth's dynamic structure and its place in the cosmos.

Assessment A range of assessment techniques will be utilised throughout the course including:

• Exams

• Practical investigations

• Assignments



Subject name History

Subject code HIS

Subject fee Nil

User pays fee Nil


Course overview

All Year 10 students are required to complete History as part of the National Curriculum. This will be completed over ONE SEMESTER. This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental aspects of History including significant events and personalities who have shaped the modern world. It challenges students to question and critically evaluate the world around them. Content will focus on students gaining an understanding of skills required in the historical inquiry process. The course delivery and assessment will ensure students are engaged with the ATAR ideologies to ensure a smooth transition into senior. Students will be required to complete all homework tasks and engage in the course`s reading requirements to maximise their learning potential.

Course outline

This is a ONE SEMESTER ONLY course in Year 10. Topics include:

• World War Two (covers significant events, causes, the Australian experience and international relationships on the 20th century)

• Rights and Freedom 1945 to present (the Australian experience and global perspective)


• Exams

• Assignment

• Research



Subject name Core Physical Education

Subject code PEC

Subject fee Nil

User pays fee Nil

Prerequisites Nil

Course overview

Students will participate in a variety of fitness activities, recreational activities, skill development sessions and formal sporting competitions. The Year 10 Core Physical Education program prepares students for the following courses of study:

• Year 11 & 12 – Senior Physical Recreation

Course outline • Fitness - Circuit Training / Yoga / Pilates / Tai Bo / Fitness Testing

• Athletics

• Games - Touch / Soccer / Netball / Volleyball

• Dance

Assessment Students will be assessed continuously through practical physical tasks. A range of assessment instruments will be utilised throughout the course including:

• Peer Coaching

• Physical Tasks

• Competition Organisation



Business Studies Subjects

Subject name Business Studies

Subject code BST

Subject type Elective Subject

Subject fee $65 (participation fee for ABW program)

Use pays fee Nil

Prerequisites Student must have achieved at least a C level of achievement in Year 9 English

Course overview

Vocationally the study of Business Studies has a number of obvious advantages to the student who wishes to pursue a career in any business venture, be it as an employee or employer. This course promotes the development of numeracy, effective communication and logical reasoning (including analysis and interpretation, problem solving and decision making) in a business context. In developing these skills and abilities, students will study a range of theoretical and practical aspects of business. Current relevant technologies will also be an integral part of the study of this subject. Completion of this course should enable students to participate more effectively and responsibly in a changing business environment and will also provide information that is useful to individuals in the management of their personal financial affairs. Business Studies also provides a practical and theoretical basis for senior subjects such as Accounting, Business, Economics and Business Studies.

Course outline

Semester 1

• Business Basics

• Influencing Consumers

• Human Resource Management

• Payroll and Excel Semester 2

• Business Operations and Production

• Accounting Procedures

• ABW Enterprise Education

Assessment Students will be assessed by a variety of assessment techniques including:

• Short answer exams

• Practical bookkeeping

• Practical computer applications

• Written reports

• Oral presentations

• Group project assignments



Subject name Preparatory Economics

Subject code ECM


Subject fee Nil

Use pays fee Nil

Prerequisites Student must have achieved a C+ level of achievement in Year 9 English and a C level of achievement in Year 9 Maths

Course overview

Think Economics – think $ - the reality of this world we live in is that there is scarcity – both as individuals and as society, there are not enough resources to satisfy our needs and desires. As individuals, we don’t have enough money to buy all the things we desire. As a world economy, there are some countries that thrive, while others remain underdeveloped with their people in poverty. Economics is thus the study of how ‘we’ as society choose to use our scarce resources to satisfy our unlimited wants. Students who choose Economics will gain an awareness of the inter-relationship of personal, national and international economics as well as enhancing their development as an active citizen in today`s globalised society.

Course outline

This is a SEMESTER course in Year 10. Topics include: Economics Basics

• Basic Economic Concepts

• Current Issues

• Government Economic Objectives Personal Finance

• Earning an Income, Wise Spending and Investing

• Superannuation and Income Tax

• ASX - Share Trading Game Australia’s Trade

• Who we export to and import from

• Current possibilities for increased exports

Assessment • Term 1: Written exam

• Term 2: Report



Creative Industries Subjects

Subject name Visual Arts

Subject code ART


Subject fee $40 (subject specific materials)

User pays fee $30

Prerequisites • At least a C level of achievement in Year 9 Art and English

• Or a folio of work may be required as evidence of ability

Course overview

There are two areas of study in Art:

Making - is the production of artworks. Students will engage in a variety of experiences that will allow them to conceptualise and apply creative ideas and select and manipulate art materials, techniques and processes through researching, developing, resolving and displaying.

Responding - is the appreciation of artworks. Students will evaluate artworks they make and view, and analyse viewpoints and practices in visual arts from different culture, times and places.

The making (practical) and responding (theoretical) components of the Art Course can be very demanding and at times will require students to work at school out of hours to complete art works requiring school equipment and school facilities. Homework is a regular feature of the study of Art and will involve both making and responding tasks.

Subject fees will cover the costs of expensive consumable art media.

Students will be required to follow very clearly prescribed safety procedures when using art materials.

Course outline

• Students will make and respond to visual artworks using historical and conceptual explanations to critically reflect on the continuation of visual arts practitioners. They explore various contexts of visual artworks.

Assessment Students will be assessed in the interrelated strands of Making and Responding:

• Making - knowledge, understanding and skills in creating two dimensional (2D), three dimensional (3D) and four dimensional (4D) artworks.

• Responding - view, reflect, analyse and evaluate their own and others visual artworks.



Subject name Dance

Subject code DAN


Subject fee $25

User pays fee $35

Prerequisites • At least a C level of achievement in Year 9 Dance and English

• Or an audition may be required as evidence of ability

Course overview This program involves the study of Dance as an art form and aims to:

• Give students competence in choreography, and an ability to communicate through

dance.

• Allow students to develop performance skills and rhythmic awareness to use their body to communicate with an audience.

• Establish an appreciation of the skills essential to dance as an art form.

• Practicing performance and choreographic work is essential. Theoretical work will require researching and analysing dance works.

• Therefore students must be prepared to attend rehearsals and perform outside normal school hours. Students must have suitable clothing for all dance classes. Participation in practical activities will not be permitted without the appropriate clothing. This includes black stretch pants, black/white t-shirt (no socks) and a hair tie for every lesson.

• Student will have the opportunity to attend workshops and live dance performance organized by the Creative Industries Faculty. These additional activities will attract a user pays fee.

Course outline

Students will make and respond to dance, exploring meaning and interpretation, forms and elements and various contexts of dance.

Units:

• Social Dance

• Dance Fusion

• Contemporary

• Jazz


• Making Choreographing, rehearsing and performing dance.

• Responding Appreciation of their own and others dance works.



Subject name Drama

Subject code DRA


Subject fee $10

User pays fee $30

Prerequisites • At least a C level of achievement in Year 9 Drama and English

• Or an audition may be required as evidence of ability

Course overview

This program is: DYNAMIC, ENGAGING, CONTEMPORARY and PRACTICAL. Student will develop skills in:

Negotiating, directing, acting, group work, evaluation, movement, communication, planning, writing, self-discipline, critical thinking, improvisation, voice and performance

Students will develop an understanding of:

Forms and styles of Drama

Australian and World Drama

Performance demands

Evaluation practices

Various artists roles: writer, director, performer, critic

Employment directions within the Creative Industries

Attending live performances and presenting work to public audiences is a part of Drama studies. Due to the demanding nature of this course all practical and written aspects require students to use their own time both individually and in groups.

Student will have the opportunity to attend workshops and live performance organized by the Creative Industries Faculty. These additional activities will attract a user pays fee.

Course outline

Students will make and respond to drama, exploring meaning and interpretation forms and elements and various contexts of drama.

Units:

• The Written Word: Australian Drama

• Getting it Together: Theatre Spirits.

• Body Works: Movement and Mask Unit

• Confronting Reality: Documentary

• Floating Unit: Play Review and Analysis

Assessment Students be assessed in the interrelated strands of Making and Responding:

• Making Improvising, devising, scripting, rehearsing, presenting and performing drama.

• Responding Reflecting, analysing, appreciating and evaluating own and others drama works.



Subject name Music

Subject code MUS


Subject fee $30

User pays fee $65

Prerequisites • At least a C level of achievement in Year 9 Music and English

• Or an audition will be required and a position offered if successful

Course overview

Year 10 Music aims to provide a link between the musical experiences you have encountered to the end of Year 9 and the basic concepts you will need to understand to enter the music course in Year 11. You do not have to be considering a profession in Music to do this course. Senior Music considers three main aspects of Music: Composing, Performing and Responding.

Responding tasks require students to read and listen to music, analyse the music elements and write extended written responses to musical questions. Composing gives you the skills you need to write your own music, compose your own pieces and manipulate the music elements for a purpose. Performing allows students to rehearse as a soloist and in groups and improve their skills and techniques on one or more chosen instruments. Students perform a refined, finished product in front of an audience.

The study of music is essential in providing a solid, theoretical and practical grounding for students wishing to pursue a music – orientated career within the Creative Industries.

Consistent effort is required to maintain a high standard of music skill and knowledge. Students are encouraged to be involved in at least one extra or co-curricular music ensemble which will perform publicly at school events.

Student will have the opportunity to attend workshops and live music performance organized by the Creative Industries Faculty. These additional activities will attract a user pays fee.

Course outline

Students will make and respond to music, exploring meaning and interpretation, forms and elements and various contexts of musical works.


• Making Composing, arranging, rehearsing, performing music

• Responding Listening, reflecting, analysing and evaluating their own and others musical works.



Subject name Film, Television and New Media

Subject code FTV


Subject fee $32

User pays fee Nil

Prerequisites At least a C level of achievement in Year 9 English

Course overview

There are three key objectives that relate to the study of Film, Television and New Media: Design: Students apply the key concepts to create proposals for video products using production formats. Proposals take the form of a coherent outline for a product such as a television show, advertisement, animation or video game. Production: This is the creation of a video production (film, TV program, advertisement) animation (traditional or computer generated, soundtrack (with accompanying images) or video game. Students apply the key concepts to create products using production practices. Critique: Students analyse and evaluate a product (film, TV program, video game etc.) in a variety of formats including written, spoken or image-based. They may take the form of a written essay, a debate, presentation, interview, video essay and voiceover commentary.

Course outline

• Practical beginnings – Film language and production processes

• Exploration of short film

• News and journalism in a multiplatform format

• Critical analysis of feature films

Assessment • Information is gathered through a process of continuous assessment

• The three general objectives will be assessed equally over the two year course

• Assessment will consist of a folio including a variety of tasks or individual tasks

• Assessment may include the creation/design or critique of a film script, soundtrack design, storyboard, character outlines etc



Health and Physical Education Subjects

Subject name Preparatory Health

Subject code HEA


Subject fee Nil

Use pays fee Nil

Prerequisites Nil

Course overview

The Preparatory Health course involves students in the study of concepts and principles of health and applying these in the investigation of health-related issues. Learning how health policy, community action, personal skills and health services impact on the individual and society as a whole. Students will be involved in activities that promote healthy outcomes through inquiry and study of personal and community health issues. The course should provide students with the skills necessary to make informed decisions, plan strategies and evaluate actions that promote health in our society.

Course outline

This subject is studied for TWO SEMESTERS (Full Year) in Year 10. Topics may include:

• Introductory Health Module (Term 1) Possible topics - Homeless Youth / Remote Rural Health / Immunization

• Personal Health (Term 2) Possible topics – Nutrition / Childhood Obesity / Stress Management

• Peer & Family Health (Term 3) Possible topics – Sexual Health / Risk Taking Behaviours

• Community & Environmental Health (Term 4) Possible topics – Men’s Health / Women’s Health / Health of Specific Populations


• Formal Examinations & Extended Written Essays

• Personal Action Plans

• Response to Stimulus

• Research Reports

• Multi-media Presentations



Subject name Preparatory Physical Education

Subject code PHE


Subject fee $20

Use pays fee Nil

Prerequisites Nil

Course overview

Through a focus on the role of physical activity in Australian society, this subject provides experiences that enable students as self-directed learners to:

• Develop skills and capacities, knowledge and understanding, attitudes and values in physical activity through the thoughtful manipulation of information in, about and through physical activity.

• Develop an understanding and appreciation of the intellectual, physical, social, cultural and emotional factors that influence participation in physical activity.

• Accept increasing responsibility for their intellectual, physical, social and emotional development.

The Year 10 Preparatory Senior Physical Education program prepares students for the following courses of study:

• Year 11 & 12 – Senior Physical Education

• Year 11 & 12 – Certificate lll in Fitness

Course outline This subject is studied for TWO SEMESTERS (Full Year) in Year 10. Topics include:

• Skill Acquisition – Basketball/Volleyball

• Training and Performance – Touch / Oz Tag / Netball

• Biomechanics - Touch / Oz Tag / Netball

• Sports Ethics - Aerobics / Dance

Assessment Students will be assessed continuously through both practical and written tasks. A range of assessment techniques will be utilised throughout the course including:

• physical tasks

• research & written tasks

• project folios

• video analysis of physical activities

• multimodal presentations



Subject name Preparatory Physical Education Volleyball

Subject code VOL


Subject fee $50 (shirt, training and subject specific equipment)

User pays fee Nil

Prerequisites • Played at a school or representative level in the chosen sport or be invited by the coach / HOD HPE to participate

• To find out more information please contact Head of Department – Tim Wilson (Telephone: 5457 8386)

Course overview

The subject provides experiences for students to specialise in their chosen sport. It is designed to complement and further enhance the skills of the extra-curricular sporting programs that students already participate in. The Year 10 Volleyball program prepares students for the following courses of study:


• Year 11 & 12 – Senior Sport and Recreation


Course outline

This subject is studied for TWO SEMESTERS (Full Year) in Year 10. Topics include:

• Skill Acquisition

• Training and Performance

• Biomechanics

• Sports Ethics

Assessment Students will be assessed continuously through practical recreations tasks, written and oral tasks. A range of assessment techniques will be utilised throughout the course including:

• physical tasks


• project folios





Subject name Preparatory Physical Education Basketball

Subject code BAL


Subject fee $50 (shirt and subject specific equipment)

User pays fee Nil

Prerequisites • Played at a school or representative level in the chosen sport or be invited by the coach / HOD of HPE to participate


Course overview

The subject provides experiences for students to specialise in their chosen sport. It is designed to complement and further enhance the skills of the extra-curricular sporting programs that students already participate in. The Year 10 Basketball program prepares students for the following courses of study:



Course outline




• Biomechanics

• Sports Ethics


• physical tasks


• project folios





Subject name Preparatory Physical Education AFL

Subject code AFL


Subject fee $50 (shirt and training)

User pays fee Nil



Course overview

The subject provides experiences for students to specialise in their chosen sport. It is designed to complement and further enhance the skills of the extra-curricular sporting programs that students already participate in. The Year 10 AFL program prepares students for the following courses of study:



Course outline




• Biomechanics

• Sports Ethics


• physical tasks


• project folios





Subject name Rugby League Development Program

Subject code RLP

Subject type By Invitation Only

Subject fee $165 (Uniform, Training, Subject specific equipment)

User pays fee Match travel costs TBA



Course overview

The subject provides experiences for students to specialise in their chosen sport. It is designed to complement and further enhance the skills of the extra-curricular sporting programs that students already participate in. The Year 10 Rugby League Development program prepares students for the following courses of study:

• Year 11 & 12 – Senior Sport and Recreation - Rugby League Development Program

• Year 11 & 12 - Senior Physical Education

• Year 11 & 12 - Senior Physical Recreation

• Year 11 & 12 - Certificate lll in Fitness

Course outline




• Biomechanics

• Sports Ethics


• physical tasks


• project folios






Subject name

Digital Technologies - Programming

Subject code DIP


Subject fee $40

User pays fee

Nil

Prerequisites A or B in Maths, or otherwise with approval from HOD Digital Innovation. A or B for Effort and Behaviour.

Course overview

This course is a preparatory course for the Digital Solutions in years 11 and 12, but assumes the student has no knowledge at the start of the course. It is focused on programming in Python and is designed for academically capable students wanting to investigate how technology, including AI and robotics, may affect their future career pathways.

This subject provides a pathway to further studies in areas such as computer science, information systems, business, systems engineering, robotics, linguistics, logistics, database management and software development, and to careers in digital technology based areas such as information architecture, web design, business analysis and project management.

Course outline

This subject is studied for TWO SEMESTERS (Full Year) in Year 10. Topics completed during Semester 1 and Semester 2 may include:

• Introduction to Python

• Introduction to SQL

• Processes and techniques for using Python to use SQL

• Current and future career opportunities and pathways

Assessment A range of assessment techniques may be utilised throughout the course including a folio of work, projects, and exams. Participation in GovHack and The Premier’s Coding Challenge will also be assessed. NOTE: Govhack is held over one weekend.




Subject name Digital Technologies – Robotics / Drones and Immersive Reality

Subject code DER


Subject fee $40

User pays fee Nil

Prerequisites At least a C level of achievement in Year 9 Mathematics. A or B for Effort and Behaviour

Course overview

The rapid expansion of new technologies in society has had an impact in almost every industry. Regardless of your future career, digital technologies will have some impact on how you will do your job. Three of these new technologies are addressed in this subject as part of multiple pathways through to year 12.

Identified as one of the major growth industries for Queensland in the next decade, Robots and Drones have been at the forefront of the Advance Queensland strategy. VR/AR are making significant inroads in to training and skills development as well as education and marketing. Skills in these areas will be further developed through involvement in activities, such as: Immerse High competition (Virtual Reality), Sunshine Coast Robotics Competition (Robotics) and First Technology Challenge (Robotics)

Course outline This subject is studied for TWO SEMESTERS (Full Year) in Year 10. Topics completed during Semester 1 and Semester 2 will include:

• Robotics • Drones • Immersive Reality (Virtual and Augmented Reality)

Assessment A range of assessment techniques may be utilised throughout the course including a folio of work, projects, and exams.



Lifestyle Industries Subjects

Subject name Home Economics

Subject code HEC


Subject fee $20

User pays fee $20 (excursion, guest chef and subject specific materials)

Prerequisites Students must have achieved a C+ in Home Economics in Year 9 or an interview with the HOD.

Course overview

Home Economics develops a range of skills and knowledge in the areas of nutrition, textiles, housing and families and leads to the study of Hospitality, Health, Childcare, Creative Fashion and Design.

Course outline

This subject is studied for TWO SEMESTERS (Full Year) in Year 10. Topics completed during Semester 1 and Semester 2 include: Food Studies

• Basic nutrition

• Special diets

• Food technology

• Cultural cookery

• Weekly cookery

• Sustainability Textile Studies

• Fibre to fabrics

• Fabric characteristics

• Pattern use

• Sewing – simple and complex textile items

• Design and fashion Living Environments

• Personal development

• Families & Communities

Assessment A range of assessment techniques including:

• Continuous cookery

• Exams

• Bookwork – both Food and Textiles

• Assignment work

• Practical sewing

• Written folio They are required to present written and oral reports for some units of work.



Language Subjects

Subject name Spanish

Subject code SPN


Subject fee Nil

User pays fee $35 (excursion)

Prerequisites At least a B level of achievement in Year 9 Spanish

Course overview

Students learn listening, speaking, reading and writing skills all aimed at equipping them with the ability to communicate confidently and fluently. Grammar and vocabulary are taught within the context of language learning. In Spanish, students learn both the language and culture of Spanish speaking countries. They learn this through practical application of the language in both formal classroom lessons and stimulated situations (i.e. role plays, presentations, songs, responding to taped conversations, reading magazine articles and comic strips). Students will also learn about the history, geography of the associated Spanish speaking countries through a variety of activities and interactions with both the teacher and peers within the classroom.

Course outline

Term 1 My World- family and friends

Term 2 My life- Free time and Education

Term 3 Discovering the world- travel and celebrations

Term 4 Connections- technology and media

Assessment • Students are assessed on the four macro skills: Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing, with equal weighting

• Two of the skills are tested each term and a semester result given on the results of the combined four skills

• Cultural knowledge is either examined through assignments or as part of the term test



Subject name Japanese

Subject code JAP


Subject fee Nil

User pays fee $65 (Excursion entry, Transport, Live performance)

Prerequisites At least a B level of achievement in Year 9 Japanese

Course overview

The program aims at equipping students with the ability to communicate confidently using Japanese speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. The students will learn through realistic, authentic situations. Cultural exchanges and interaction with international exchange students will enable the students to develop their language skills and strong intercultural relationships. Students of Japanese learn to master Hiragana, Katakana and some Kanji. Students also learn about the history, geography and culture of the country through various activities. To promote cultural understanding and language development, study tours to Japan will occur on a regular basis. Students in Years 10, 11 and 12 will be given the opportunity to participate in these exchange programs. The students will also be encouraged to interact with international exchange students at Mountain Creek.

Course outline

• Family (Term 1)

• Out and About (Term 2)

• Travel (Term 2)

• Shopping (Term 3)

• Leisure (Term 4)

Assessment • The course is organised so that all skills will be tested over each semester.

• Language is not an isolated study and students will be expected to show their development through the use of the language they have accumulated.

• Students are expected to do speaking, writing, listening and reading activities and exercises. They will complete a number of assignments in Japanese.



Science Subjects

Subject name Preparatory Biology

Subject code BIO

Subject type Core Subject

Subject fee Nil (If student is a member of the Resource Management Scheme, a variety of written resources are provided)

User pays fee Nil

Prerequisites Students enrolling in Preparatory Biology should enjoy Science with a particular interest in living things. Preparatory Biology cannot be chosen in conjunction with Science. Students should be gaining a (B) in Year 9 Science or better to enrol in this subject.

Course overview

Biology is the study of living things in their living and non-living surroundings. Students will engage in a unit on Genetics to develop an understanding that the transmission of heritable characteristics from one generation to the next involves DNA and genes. Students will also complete a unit that explores the theory of evolution by natural selection and how it explains the diversity of living things. Students will investigate the mechanisms driving evolution and investigate the potential impact on bacterial resistance to antibiotics.

Course outline This subject will be studied for 1 semester ONLY in year 10. Topics include Inheritance and Evolution.

Study Requirements

Students are expected to exhibit a high degree of self-motivation and to study at least 2 hours per week outside of class.

Assessment Students will develop an understanding of Biology knowledge and related skills and will be

assessed by techniques including:

• Research Investigation

• Term test

• Student Experiment

• Semester test



Subject name Preparatory Marine Science

Subject code MAS


Subject fee Nil

User pays fee Nil

Prerequisites Students enrolling in Preparatory Marine Science should enjoy Science with a particular interest in Marine environments and the issues surrounding them. Preparatory Marine Science cannot be chosen in conjunction with Science. Students should be gaining a (B) in Year 9 Science or better to enrol in this subject.

Course overview

Marine Science is a practical science subject that lets you explore marine science concepts, systems and models in relevant contexts. You will look at the marine issues and problems by investigating a range of marine environments. Through your investigations, you will come to see the importance of protecting marine environments and active stewardship of marine environments.

Course outline This subject will be studied for 1 semester ONLY in year 10. Topics include Marine Biology, Management and Conservation and Mariner Skills.

Study Requirements


Assessment Students will develop an understanding of Marine knowledge and related skills and will be

assessed by techniques including:


• Term test


• Semester test



Subject name Preparatory Chemistry

Subject code CHY


Subject fee Nil (If a member of the Resource Management Scheme a variety of written resources are provided)

User pays fee Nil

Prerequisites Students enrolling in Preparatory Chemistry should enjoy Science with a particular interest in the properties and behaviours of substances. Preparatory Chemistry cannot be chosen in conjunction with Science. Students should be gaining a (B) in Year 9 Science or better to enrol in this subject.

Course overview

Chemistry is the study of substances, their properties and behaviour. Chemists work in an amazing variety of jobs. Some develop new products such as textiles, paints, medicines or cosmetics. Others may find methods to reduce pollution or to interpret the evidence found at the scene of a crime. Others do analysis of substances or check the quality of manufactured products.

Course outline This subject will be studied for 1 semester ONLY in year 10. Topics include atoms, molecules, ions, the periodic table, chemical bonding (intermolecular and intramolecular forces), chemical reactions, reaction rates, organic chemistry and quantitative chemistry.

Study Requirements


Assessment Students will develop an understanding of Chemistry knowledge and related skills and will

be assessed by techniques including:


• Term test


• Semester test



Subject name Preparatory Physics

Subject code PYC


Subject fee Nil (If a member of the Resource Management Scheme a variety of written resources are provided)

User pays fee Nil

Prerequisites Students enrolling in Preparatory Physics should enjoy Science with a particular interest in the relationships between matter and energy. Preparatory Physics cannot be chosen in conjunction with Science. Students should be gaining a (B) in Year 9 Science and Maths or better to enrol in this subject.

Course overview

Studying physics will give you an understanding of the physical (non-living) world around you. Physics includes the study of moving objects, energy, light, waves and the whole universe.

Course outline This subject will be studied for 1 semester ONLY in year 10. Topics include motion, momentum, collisions, energy, waves, lenses and mirrors and astrophysics.

Study Requirements


Assessment Students will develop an understanding of Physics knowledge and related skills and will

be assessed by techniques including:


• Term test


• Semester test



Social Science Subjects

Subject name Preparatory Ancient History

Subject code ANC


Subject fee Nil

User pays fee Nil

Prerequisites C level of achievement in both Year 9 English and SOSE

Course overview

This course provides a foundation to Ancient Times with a focus on gaining an understanding of basic skills in historical enquiry. The course will deal primarily with civilisations such as Ancient Cultures from Central and South America and the Ancient Greece. The course delivery and assessment will ensure students are engaged with the ATAR ideologies to ensure a smooth transition into senior.

Course outline

This is a six month course in Year 10. Topics to be covered include:

• Introduction to Ancient Times

• Historical Study: Ancient Greece

• Historical Study: Ancient Rome


• Exams

• Research booklets



Subject name Preparatory Geography

Subject code GEO


Subject fee Nil

User pays fee $60

Prerequisites This is an elective subject – Students who complete this subject in Year 10 will have preference when picking Geography in Year 11.

Course overview

The study of ACARA Geography covers issues and problems arising from people’s use of the earth’s resources. Planet Earth is changing and people are responsible for many of the changes that have occurred. It is important as a world citizen to recognise the impact of change and plan for the future. The emphasis is to develop skills in mapping, data analysis, field report writing, and essay writing. All are pre requisites for senior geography studies.

The course delivery and assessment will ensure students are engaged with the ATAR

ideologies to ensure a smooth transition into senior.

Students participate in Local Area field trip.

Course outline

This is a ONE SEMESTER ONLY course in Year 10. Topics include: Environment Change & Management

• Case Study: Beaches of the Sunshine Coast

Geography of Human Wellbeing


• Research Assignment

• Field report



Design Technology Subjects

Subject name Design Concepts

Subject code DES



User pays fee Nil

Prerequisites It is highly recommended students have successfully studied Design Concepts in Year 9

Course overview

Design Concepts provides opportunities for students to develop skills that will allow them to respond to a broad range of design genre. The subject explores the elements, principles, process models, ethics, tools and communication systems used in the design world. It combines sketching, rendering, modelling and media used to communicate design concepts to a variety of audiences. Aimed at students wishing to pursue careers in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, fashion design, marine architecture, graphic design and industrial design. This subject prepares students for the new senior subject Design.

Course outline

This is a Two SEMESTER course. Units include:

• Freehand Sketching (Sem. 1/2)

• Rendering (Sem. 1/2)

• Landscape Design - Long Narrow Backyard/Playground (Sem. 1/2)

• Interior Design – Ensuite/Kitchen (Sem. 1/2)

• Graphic Design - Magazine Cover/Stamp (Sem. 1/2)

• Architectural Design – Bus Shelter/Shipping Container Shop (Sem. 1/2)

• Industrial Design – Presentation Trophy/Bookshelf (Sem. 1/2)

• Fashion Design - Super Hero/Swimming (Sem. 1/2)

• Digital Design – Album Cover/Music Festival Poster (Sem. 1/2)

• Modelling – foam/cardboard (Sem. 1/2)


• Class work activities

• Homework activities

• Design folios

• Knowledge/Skill tests



Subject name Engineering Concepts

Subject code EGC



User pays fee Nil

Prerequisites • At least a B level of achievement in Year 9 Maths, and

• At least a B level of achievement in Year 9 Science

• It is highly recommended that students also successfully studied Engineering Concepts in Year 9

Course overview

Engineering Concepts develops knowledge, understanding and skills in electronics, mechanics, robotics, control systems and structures. The course is an academically rigorous course and compliments aspects of science and maths through application to practical engineered outcomes. The subject leads toward senior engineering and higher education courses in avionics, engineering, the built environment and specialist science fields. Subject costs cover materials used in project work. The subject provides a good foundation for the new senior subject Engineering.

Course outline


• Electronics (Term 1)

• Flip-Flop (Term 1)

• Gears and Pulleys (Term 2)

• Crane (Term 2)

• Solar Power (Term 3)

• Solar Car (Term 3)

• Hydraulics (Term 4)

• Hydraulic Jack (Term 4)

• Vectors - Preparatory (Term 4)


• Workbook

• Design Folios/Assignments

• Projects

• Theory Tests



Subject name Industrial Technology (Manufacturing)

Subject code ITM



User pays fee Nil

Prerequisites Advantaged by having participated in Year 9 Industrial Technology (Manufacturing).

Course overview

Industrial Technology (Manufacturing) develops knowledge, understanding and skills in manufacturing and construction technologies. The course explores planning, analysis and evaluation of existing products, marking out and measuring, separating, combining, fabricating, finishing and modifying of a range of materials. The subject is useful for general skill development or preparation for the Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses offered in Year 11 and 12. Subject costs cover materials used in project work.

Course outline

This subject is studied for TWO SEMESTERS (Full Year) in Year 10. Units typically include:

• PVC Box (Term 1)

• Laminated Bowl (Term 1/2)

• Coat Hanger (Term 1/2)

• BBQ Mate and Tongs (Term 2/3)

• Nutcracker (Term 3)

• Timber Presentation Box (Term 4)

• Vacuum Forming (Term 4)

• Jiggle Syphon (Term 4)


• Workbooks

• Quality of Project Work

• Theory Tests

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